Moving Forward Speaker Series: Getting Transportation Right - People and Communities Matter. Featured speaker is Beverly Scott, CEO, Beverly Scott Associates, LLC. Scott, a Fisk alumna, whose career in the public transportation industry spans more than three decades and includes four appointments as general manager/CEO of the transportation agencies in Massachusetts, Atlanta, Sacramento and Rhode Island, will highlight the role of transportation in achieving local and regional goals and share her insight on what it takes to gain and sustain public support for increased investment in transportation. Thursday, 4:30-5 p.m. registration and networking, 5-6 p.m. program. Fisk University, Jubilee Hall, Appleton Room, 1000 17th Avenue, North, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3110

Real Estate Investors Network

Davidson County Lunch. Join active, experienced investors to discuss deals you’d like to sell or buy and receive feedback over lunch. 11:15 a.m., Anatolia’s Restaurant, 48 White Bridge Rd, Nashville. Information: www.rein.org. Additional November opportunities:

  • Monday, Nov. 9: REIN Trade Show & Vendor Night. This month’s meeting is all about people helping people. There will be door prizes, giveaways and more. 5:30 p.m., FiftyForward Center, 174 Rains Ave, Nashville.
  • Thursday, Nov. 12: Ca$h Flow & Millionaire Maker Game Night. Come learn about wealth creation, managing assets and liabilities. 6 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Ste 200, Nashville.
  • Monday, Nov. 16: Landlording Focus Group. Join REIN members to share ideas and discuss the many areas of landlording and renting property. 6:30 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Ste 200, Nashville.
  • Tuesday, Nov. 17: DEALS, DEALS, DEALS Focus Subgroup. Find where investors find and sell deals, as well as the mechanics of various deals. 6:30 p.m. REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Ste 200, Nashville.
  • Thursday, Nov. 19: Williamson County Lunch. Rehabbers, builders, commercial, mini-storage, wholesalers, private lenders, transaction funders, hard-money lenders, bankers, title attorneys, Realtors and vendors discuss deals, the state of the market, and how they can help each other prosper. 11:30 a.m., The Egg And I, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 118, Franklin.

THURSDAY, NOV. 5

NOV. 6-8

Nashville International Auto Show

More than 350 all-new vehicles, including high-end exotics and more than 50 test drive vehicles from 11 brands, will be on display at Music City Center. With over 30 brands on display, attendees can sit in the driver’s seats and take in the new car smell in their favorite vehicles from manufacturers such as Nissan, GMC, Toyota, Volkswagen, Jeep, Maserati, Bentley and Rolls-Royce. Show hours are Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $5 seniors (62 and over) and active military with any DOD ID. Children 12 and younger free. Information: www.autoshownashville.com

SATURDAY, NOV. 7

35TH annual McGavock Christmas Craft Fair

Sponsored by the McGavock Orchestra Parents Association, the event will be held at McGavock High School, 3150 McGavock Pike, Nashville, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The event raises funds for the Strings program at McGavock High. More than 100 booths of hand-made crafts and creative items will be available. Admission and parking are free. Information: www.mcgavockcraftfair.com

SUNDAY, NOV. 8

Nashville LBGT Chamber of Commerce’s TASTE

Lee Ann Womack will perform at the annual fundraiser for the Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce at the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, 401 Gay St., Nashville. The fundraiser combines food and drinks from 28 food, wine and distillery vendors. 5-8 p.m. Information: http://nashvillelgbtchamber.sampleorg.com

TUESDAY, NOV. 10

Connect, Collaborate, Cultivate: Considerations for Your Business in the Current Global Climate

A live panel discussion with leading business lawyers from around the world who will talk about current market conditions, as well as the opportunities and challenges of doing business globally in these changing circumstances. Panelists will also examine how future free trade agreements such as TTP and TTIP may impact global business. Speakers from Australia, Canada, China, Italy, Japan, Mexico and the United Kingdom will join the panel. 2-4:45 p.m. program, 4:45-6 p.m. cocktail reception. Baker Donelson Special Events Center, 211 Commerce Street, First Floor. Information: [email protected]

Business Studio Workshop: Negotiation

Keith Hayman, lead strategic negotiator for Adjusters International, will conduct an interactive workshop to discuss the philosophies, approaches, preparation and other tools for effective negotiation. Attendees can expect to learn best practices and proven methods to enhance their negotiation skills and will have the opportunity to practice negotiating various situations with other attendees. 3:30-5 p.m., Refinery Nashville, 438 Houston Street, Suite 263, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3060

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11

Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Member Orientation

An opportunity to learn about member benefits and involvement opportunities from Chamber staff. You’ll also learn how your business plays a role in the Chamber’s mission of creating regional economic prosperity. 11:30 a.m., Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Commerce St, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3063

THURSDAY, NOV. 12

Chamber Midtown Quarterly Meeting

Chamber Midtown is the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce’s newest area advisory council, formed to champion business prosperity in one of Nashville’s most thriving business districts. Area advisory councils serve the unique business needs of our members and provide opportunities for getting involved in solving problems, discussing issues and implementing special projects and events for a specific business neighborhood. 7:30-9 p.m., Midtown Hills Police Precinct, 1443 12th Avenue South, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3063

Nov. 14-15

St. Matthew Church Art for Inspiration Show and Sale

St. Matthew Church in Franklin will host its 10th annual Art For Inspiration Art Show and Sale on Saturday (6-9 p.m.) and Sunday (9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.). The event is free beginning Saturday evening with an adult-only reception, offering free food and wine, live music and a silent auction. The featured artist is Lisa McReynolds. More then 30 artists will be represented. Information: www.churchofstmatthew.org/artforinspiration